Cynthia Palacios

Sebastian Bolivar

Cynthia and Seba decided to work together in 2019. With the help of highly influential and respected teachers, and through extensive study and research, they developed their own style and identity in tango, established themselves as a couple, and became part of the new generation of professional tango dancers.

Julián Sanchez

partner

The 2023 World Tango Champion is known for his dynamic stage presence, his refined technique, and his impressively expressive performances; he regularly headlines international festivals and teaches master classes. This sought-after artist, whose schedule is always packed, is participating in the Baden-Baden Tango Festival for the third consecutive year.

Michael Nadtochi

Elvira Lambo

Michael Nadtochi has been a professional dancer for more than twenty years. He showcases his captivating artistry and extensive experience in spectacular tango shows and choreographies, and shares his expertise by training dancers and professionals around the world. He drew his greatest inspiration from maestros such as Carlos Gavito, Osvaldo Zotto & Lorena Ermocida, Julio Balmaceda & Javier Rodriguez, Ricardo Barrios, and many others who inspired him in discovering his own tango. His dance partner, Elvira Lambo, is a dancer, teacher, and choreographer with extensive experience in both dance and instruction. She studied and worked in dance styles such as classical ballet, folk dance, modern dance, jazz dance, and classical Indian dance. Her interest in tango was sparked in 2009 through contact improvisation. As a gifted and exceptional dancer, she complements Michael Nadtochi perfectly—the two captivate audiences in their performances with extraordinary elegance, precision, and artistic charisma.

Ornella Simonetto

Juan David Vargas

Third place at the 2024 World Tango Championship. Finalists at the World Championship in 2021, 2022, and 2023. With their rapidly rising careers, Ornella Simonetto and Juan Vargas are now considered two of the most promising new faces in the world of tango. Their youth and freshness, paired with passion and dedication, make them true ambassadors of Argentine tango on the international stage. What sets Ornella apart is that she is not only an original and expressive dancer, but also a dedicated tango teacher and a world-renowned tango DJ.

Bastien Bollon Duret

Yanina Fajar

Bastien Bollon Duret is a tango dancer, international DJ, and event organizer, known for his dedication and versatility in the Argentine tango scene. Having trained with renowned maestros since 2010, he has quickly established a strong artistic presence both on stage and in milongas. He has participated in major events, notably the World Tango Championship in Buenos Aires (in the “Pista” category), and has performed at legendary venues in the Argentine tango scene. In 2023, he joined the show “Station Tango” by the Compagnie Unión Tanguera, directed by Esteban Moreno and Claudia Codega, thereby deepening his professional stage experience. Since 2021, Bastien has been active internationally and is regularly invited as a DJ to festivals, marathons, and milongas around the world. At the same time, he teaches, organizes events, and occasionally stands in for maestros while they are traveling. As a versatile artist, he combines performance, musicality, and teaching, making him an ideal choice for high-profile tango events.

Yanina Fajar is an internationally renowned tango artist, choreographer, and teacher with over 30 years of experience. She has developed a unique artistic language that blends tradition, elegance, and contemporary expression. As artistic director of the La Femme Tango Company, she promotes an innovative vision of tango, emphasizing the role of women both on stage and in education. She has performed at major international venues such as London, New York, and Los Angeles and regularly participates in leading festivals worldwide. As a dedicated educator, she has developed her own teaching method and founded the Cher Tango School in Le Mans. For more than a decade, she has also served as a jury member at international and European tango championships. As the founder of the La Femme Tango – Le Mans Festival, she continues her artistic commitment through projects that bring together dance and music on an international level.

Analía Goldberg Quartet

Analía Goldberg is a pianist, composer, conductor, arranger, and producer specializing in tango and Argentine popular music. She received her training from Haidee Schwartz and at the Escuela de Música Popular de Avellaneda in Buenos Aires—under teachers such as Rodolfo Mederos, Beba Pugliese, Rodolfo Alchourrón, and Susana Agrest—and is currently continuing her studies with Gabriel Senanes. She was the pianist for the Cuarteto Almagro and the Color Tango Orchestra and has accompanied artists such as Guillermo Fernández, Lidia Borda, Ligia Piro, Pablo Agri, Leopoldo Federico, Horacio Romo, Amelita Baltar, and Chino Laborde. She founded and directed the Ojos de Tango Orchestra, conducted the Cátulo Tango Ensemble, and the Avellaneda Municipal Tango Orchestra. She is also the founder and director of the Oliverio Girondo Cultural Center and teaches in the City of Buenos Aires’ program for children’s and youth orchestras. Her artistic work is characterized by a personal approach that combines tradition, contemporary language, and a strong expressive style.